2009 Acura RL vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura RL | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |